Universal is bringing a brand-new kind of theme park to North Texas, one designed specifically for younger kids and families. This is our central hub with information on what’s coming to Universal Kids Resort.
Where is Universal Kids Resort located?
Currently under development in Frisco, Texas, this small resort will combine themed lands, interactive attractions, and an on-site hotel into a more approachable, family-focused experience than Universal’s traditional parks.
While details are still emerging, the project marks a major shift for Universal Destinations & Experiences, introducing a smaller-scale park built for regional visitors rather than destination travelers.
To get an idea of what to expect, just look at DreamWorks Land at Universal Studios Florida. Many of the photos and videos used on the Universal Kids Resort website are from DreamWorks Land since many of the attractions are similar to what is being produced in Texas.
Here’s everything we know so far about Universal Kids Resort, including lands, rides, location details, and what families can expect when it opens.
Universal Kids Theme Park: Lands and themed areas
There are 7 themed lands inside Universal Kids Theme Park:
- DreamWorks’ Shrek’s Swamp
- DreamWorks’ TrollsFest
- DreamWorks’ Puss in Boots Del Mar
- Isle of Curiosity
- Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob SquarePants Bikini Bottom
- Illumination’s Minions vs. Minions: Bello Bay Club
- Jurassic World Adventure Camp
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Rides and attractions
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Ride reviews
Stay tuned! Once Universal Kids Theme Park opens, we’ll share expert reviews for each of the rides so you know exactly what to expect and what’s worth your time.
Characters and entertainment
A theme park built just for kids is sure to have great entertainment and character meet & greets. Stay tuned as details are revealed!
What we know so far: families can meet Nickelodeon’s SpongeBob SquarePants and Gabby from DreamWorks’ “Gabby’s Dollhouse.” And adventurous kids can meet Jurassic World dinosaurs!
Dining and snacks
Family fun requires fuel. Stay tuned for details on themed dining destinations and snack spots.
Hotel and resort experience
The Universal Kids Resort Hotel is being built as an integral part of the resort, offering close proximity to the theme park and a more streamlined experience for families traveling with younger children.
Universal Kids Resort hotel: what families can expect in Texas
Opening timeline and construction updates
Universal Kids Resort and its on-site hotel are currently under construction in Frisco, Texas, with an opening targeted for 2026. Let’s look at the announcements and milestones of its development.
“Universal Kids Resort is a place where kids are accepted just as they are, free to dance, dream, and play without limits or judgment. For many, it will be the first time the worlds they’ve only seen on screen come vividly to life—moments that ignite creativity, confidence, and joy. It celebrates all the best parts of being a kid, the laughter, the curiosity, the courage to be unapologetically yourself, and in doing so, invites a new generation into the incredible thrills of Universal.”
– Brian Robinson, Executive Vice President and Chief Creative Officer at Universal Creative
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